Until the End
by Derek Landy
2022
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.6 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- good vs. evil
- courage
- sacrifice
- identity and destiny
- loyalty and friendship
- redemption
- found family
- apocalypse and survival
About this book
The final book in the second Skulduggery Pleasant cycle throws the skeleton detective and his allies into a race to stop an apocalyptic threat. With Valkyrie sidelined and enemies turning into uneasy partners, Omen Darkly must rise to the moment when the world needs him most. Readers get high-stakes action, sharp humor, and twisty magic in a sprawling urban-fantasy adventure. Great for confident middle school and early high school readers who like witty banter, big battles, and end-of-the-world suspense.
Setting: modern-day Ireland and the magical underworld (Dublin, Roarhaven), on the brink of an apocalypse
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Until the End right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Until the End. The reading level is AR 5.6, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include good vs. evil, courage, sacrifice.
How long does it take to read Until the End?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Until the End takes around 18h to finish. The book has 175,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Until the End have an AR quiz?
Yes — Until the End has an AR quiz available, worth 30 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Until the End?
Until the End has an AR reading level of 5.6, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.